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Entwistle Reservoir – Wayoh Reservoir Dam loop from Entwistle

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United Kingdom

England

North West England

Blackburn with Darwen

North Turton

Entwistle Reservoir – Wayoh Reservoir Dam loop from Entwistle

Easy

4.8

(46)

374

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Entwistle Reservoir – Wayoh Reservoir Dam loop from Entwistle

01:48

6.73km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

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Parking

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214 m

Entwistle Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Entwistle Dam was designed by Thomas Ashworth, a local land surveyor, overseen by Jesse Hartley, the Liverpool Docks engineer. Other works were by Joseph Jackson, an engineer and surveyor from …

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784 m

Entwistle Viaduct is a striking railway bridge that spans the picturesque valley near Turton in Lancashire. It's surrounded by lush countryside and offers a dramatic contrast to the natural beauty of the area.

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2.16 km

Wayoh Reservoir Dam

Highlight • Structure

There is a nice 3.2 miles (5.3 km) around Wayoh Reservoir dam. The views from here north, up along the entire length of the reservoir, are particularly nice, and the water is amazingly clear.

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3.23 km

Wayoh Reservoir and Armsgrove Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wayoh Reservoir, encircled by woodland and a 3-mile (5 km) footpath, is a beautiful place for a walk. The trail is generally easy but can be muddy after rainfall.

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3.69 km

Wayoh Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

4.42 km

Second Stream Near the Reservoir

Highlight • River

5.62 km

Bradshaw Brook Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

This carries the Bolton to Blackburn railway over a spur of Wayoh Reservoir

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5.66 km

Armsgrove Viaduct

Highlight • Historical Site

Wayoh Reservoir is circled by woodland and on the western side sits the impressive Amrsgrove Viaduct. Comprising of nine arches, the viaduct is used by the Manchester to Clitheroe railway line.

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6.73 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.84 km

400 m

244 m

156 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.99 km

1.28 km

697 m

568 m

167 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 8 July

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Entwistle Reservoir – Wayoh Reservoir Dam loop from Entwistle

Entwistle Reservoir

Entwistle Viaduct

Wayoh Reservoir Dam

Wayoh Reservoir and Armsgrove Viaduct

Wayoh Reservoir

Second Stream Near the Reservoir

Bradshaw Brook Viaduct

Armsgrove Viaduct

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